India, March 6 -- Simply put, hormones are chemical messengers that are essential for regulating metabolism, fertility, mood, and other critical functions of the body. Did you know there are steps you can take to support your hormonal health? In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sheetal Jindal, senior consultant at Jindal IVF Chandigarh, highlights the importance of diet and lifestyle in maintaining hormonal balance. Also read | Hormonal imbalance: What are the real root causes? Doctor explains

She says, "The human body contains over 200 hormones, including estrogen, testosterone, cortisol, insulin, leptin, and thyroid hormones, all of These hormones are highly influenced by the quality of our diet. Adverse food choice causes hormonal i...